Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse
Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse blends cottage cheese, cocoa powder, honey, and vanilla into a thick chilled chocolate dessert with a creamy finish. It works well as a protein-forward sweet snack or small make-ahead dessert when you want something spoonable and cold.
Equipment
- High-speed blender or food processor
- Measuring spoons
- Rubber spatula
- Serving bowls
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese full-fat or low-fat
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons milk dairy or non-dairy, plus more as needed
- 1 pinch salt
- whipped cream optional, for serving
Instructions
- Add the cottage cheese to a high-speed blender or food processor.
- Blend briefly until the cottage cheese starts to smooth out.
- Add the cocoa powder, honey, vanilla extract, milk, and salt.
- Blend until glossy and smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Add another small splash of milk only if the mixture is too thick to blend.
- Spoon into serving bowls, chill for at least 30 minutes, and top with whipped cream if desired.
Notes
Storage: Store in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and stir before serving if any liquid separates.
Freezing: Freeze small portions for up to 1 month, thaw overnight in the refrigerator, and re-blend if the texture looks slightly separated.
Best Tips: Blend the cottage cheese first before adding cocoa so the final mousse is smoother and less likely to show curds.
Variations: Add espresso powder, peanut butter, berries, or a small scoop of chocolate protein powder to change the flavor and texture.
Sweetness Tips: Taste after blending and adjust with a small drizzle of honey or maple syrup before chilling.
Serving Ideas: Serve cold in small bowls with whipped cream, berries, banana slices, granola, or toasted coconut.